The Problem of Selfishness

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The Problem of Selfishness

• Introduction. The Christian should not practice
  selfishness.
• A. We are to look out for the interests of
  others (Philippians 21-4).
• B. It is worldly (James 315-18).
• C. It can lead to condemnation (Rom 25-10).
• What are some ways we can be selfish?

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Ways To Avoid Selfishness

• I. Regularly Think About Other People.
• A. Epaphroditus was distressed out of concern
  for the Philippians (Phil 225-29).
• B. Paul considered the Romans spiritual
  condition (Romans 19-12).
• C. Who have I thought about today?

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Ways To Avoid Selfishness

• II. Regularly Pray About Other People.
• A. Paul prayed for the brethren (Phil 13-7).
• B. Who have I prayed for today?

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Ways To Avoid Selfishness

• III. Be Willing to Yield to Other Peoples
  Wishes.
• A. This is Practicing Heavenly Wisdom (James
  317).
• B. When was the last time I let someone else
  have their way?

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Ways To Avoid Selfishness

• IV. Dont Make Other Peoples Lives Harder.
• A. We should give preference to one another
  (Romans 129,10).
• B. How have I made someone elses life harder?

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Ways To Avoid Selfishness

• V. Dont Be Too Absorbed in Your Own Life.
• A. It is better to keep busy with joys of the
  heart (Ecc. 518-20).
• B. Do I dwell unduly on the days of my life?

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Ways To Avoid Selfishness

• VI. Look For Ways to Serve Others.
• A. We should bear one anothers burdens
  (Galatians 62).
• B. Whose burden have I carried lately?

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Ways To Avoid Selfishness

• VII. Follow the Example of Jesus.
• A. Jesus left heaven for us (Phil 25-8).
• B. How can I follow Jesus example of
  selflessness better today?